1 / 2

Experience life in a chateau in the Dordogne countryside, France

  • Favourited 89 times
  • Last activity: 30 Apr 2023

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: at least 1 month

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Details

  • Description

    Description

    We have a chateau that we are restoring together with 6 cottages and some stone barns all set in 200 acres of French countryside, in the dordogne. We are looking for any help, are very easy going boho types. Short or long term available in separate detached accommodation.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We are in the center of both the truffle and foie gras region. Local markets and produce are a weakly feature. Both Perigueux and Limouges are close to visit. Bicycles are available for use.

  • Help

    Help

    Painting, cleaning, carpentry, building, tree and ground clearing gardening and grass cutting. Roof has been professionally restored by local artisan. Have tractors, machinery and large mowers. Workshop on site. Skilled, semi skilled and un skilled welcome.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    French: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Detached cottage, 2 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and living room. For work away private use only.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Bicycles are available to explore the national forests that we are adjacent to .
    Our place is a 19 bedroom building surrounded by its own grounds overlooking the town of Thiviers . Evening meals provided with us . Vegetarian food can be supplied, some of the food is grown by us.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • ...

    Hours expected

    Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Host ref number: 439645671848

Feedback (2)


Photos

Feedback

These are extra optional ratings when members leave feedback. The average rating left for each option is displayed.

Accuracy of profile: (5.0)

Cultural exchange: (5.0)

Communication: (5.0)